Is it normal to feel tightness, aches, and pains after a heart attack?
First of all we are glad that you were given a good report that your arteries are open after your heart attack. Typically if there are no blockages in your hearts blood vessels you should not be experiencing any aches or pains after a heart attack. If you had a balloon or stent procedure sometimes people experience chest muscle aches post procedure. Muscle aches could also be a side effect of certain medications that are used after a heart attack. Everyone is different and everyone responds differently but we would recommend you discuss these symptoms with your healthcare provider. Never ignore any symptoms - your body is trying to tell you something - either it is healing normally or there is something that may need attention.
It's been nearly ten years, and I still get anxious if anything in the chest area feels odd or uncomfortable - even if it is just sore muscles. Did you have surgery? I remember as the feeling started coming back after surgery - things in my chest were uncomfortable.
Carolyn and Margie are completely right - you should talk with your doctor. Since my surgery I've placed many calls, had several office visits and even two trips to the ER due to chest discomfort - even though I was pretty sure none of it was another heart attack. Being told it is indigestion or muscle spasms is good news!
I remember how scary it was right after the heart attack - your heart seems to beat so loudly and every little twinge makes you worried. It does get better, things will calm down soon.
Hang in there!
I've been having the same sym. as before you have a heart attack I don;t have health care what should I do
